Automotive Maintenance Technician

Bridgestone America, Inc.; United States; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Maintenance Technician, where you'll be part of a dynamic team servicing vehicles. This entry-level role offers training, benefits from day one, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

On-the-job training

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match

Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Experience in automotive service industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair basic automotive systems.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical Tasks

Reading Skills

Writing Skills

Math Skills

Job description

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus, and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We champion all perspectives, individuals, and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of—your smart, tough, bold, beautiful, and brave qualities. Who you are is what we need.

Job Category

Retail

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is an entry-level position where you will be an integral part of a team servicing vehicles. Start investing in your career as a Maintenance Technician at Firestone Complete Auto Care! Full and Part-time benefits are available from day one, including tool program discounts.

Pay Range: $15.36 - $23.04

Responsibilities

• Learn how to diagnose and repair basic automotive systems including brakes, alignments, suspensions, cooling, exhaust, and electrical.
• Change oil and perform scheduled maintenance services.
• Install and perform tire maintenance.
• Install batteries, shock absorbers, and check electrical systems.
• Road test vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to learn basic mechanical tasks.
• Must have a valid automobile driver's license at all times and be able to drive customer and company vehicles.
• Experience in automotive service industry is preferred.
• Reading, writing, and math skills.

Our Crew Knows Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting day 1 for all teammates.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• On-the-job training and company-funded ASE certifications.
• Flexible work schedule.
• 401(k) match.
• On-demand pay (daily pay) program available.

Our Values Give Back to You

• Professional Development: Resources to help you grow at any career stage.
• Community Involvement: Engaging with local communities and giving back.
• Integrity & Teamwork: Doing things right, always, together.

What We Offer

At Bridgestone, we foster co-creation and empower you to be creative and curious, making mobility safer, more efficient, and sustainable. We offer:

• A supportive onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and mentorship.
• CSR activities.
• A global, dynamic, and challenging environment.
• Work/life balance and well-being support.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We consider all individuals for employment regardless of age, race, gender, religion, or other protected characteristics.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or sponsorship needs may disqualify you.

About Us

Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s largest tire and rubber company. We develop, manufacture, and market a wide range of tires and related products, serving diverse industries and consumers worldwide. Our commitment to CSR and our mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality” guide our efforts to improve mobility and quality of life globally.